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Apr 13, 2026

Police: Man dies after knife attack in downtown Kansas City

Posted Apr 13, 2026 11:00 AM
Police on the scene early Sunday-Photo Sheriff Daryl Forte'
Police on the scene early Sunday-Photo Sheriff Daryl Forte'

KANSAS CITY—Law enforcement are investigating another homicide in Kansas City.

Just after 9:00 a.m. Sunday, patrol officers responded to 11th and Grand on a reported knife injury,  according to KCPD Sergeant Phil Dimartino.

Upon arrival officers located a man suffering from an apparent stab wound. Life saving measures were immediately performed and Kansas City Fire and EMS responded to the scene. Medics transported the victim to the hospital with critical injuries. A short time later medical personnel pronounced the victim deceased. 

This is being investigated as a homicide. A subject of interest was taken into custody pending further investigation. Preliminary information revealed there was an altercation between two individuals that led to the victim being stabbed. Crime scene investigators and detectives canvassed the area for witnesses, physical evidence, and surveillance footage.